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A group of canoes loaded with various fruits and vegetables. 1
A market with various stalls selling goods, people shopping, and a man and a child posing in the foreground. 2
Four people sitting on a bus, with one person holding a bottle and another holding a backpack. 3
A couple on a narrow waterway boat, surrounded by colorful umbrellas and other boats. 4
A group of people posing in front of a large golden statue with a temple in the background. 5

Bangkok: Floating Market and Train Market Experience

By TRIPZA sightseeing
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$34 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Touristy, but unique moment. Ride a train through a market, cruise the canals, and discover rural Thailand where tradition meets tourism with an English-speaking guide and audio guide in 28 languages.

Throughout the trip, a fully licensed, English-speaking guide will be there to share insights and answer your questions. (OUR GUIDE SPEAKS ENGLISH ONLY)

Plus, an AUDIO GUIDE IS AVAILABLE IN 28 LANGUAGES via qr-code (no extra device needed), so you can enjoy the experience in the language you’re most comfortable with.

  • Ride a local train through the Maeklong Railway Market, where stalls fold away just seconds before the train passes.
  • After the train ride, you’ll witness the incredible moment when the train passes right through the market, just centimetres away from where you stand!
  • Then glide by longtail boat through the colourful Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, full of local snacks, fresh fruit, and handmade goods.

Book now for a fun, cultural adventure just outside Bangkok!

Activity location

  • Bangkok
    • Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • KFC Samyan Mitrtown
    • 944 Thanon Rama IV
    • 10330, Khwaeng Wang Mai, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand

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SAMYAN MITRTOWN Meeting Point

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

Max. 34 participants: Meet your guide wearing black at SAMYAN MITRTOWN shopping centre, outside KFC, on the pavement along Phaya Thai Road.

Price details
AU$34.40 x 1 AdultAU$34.40
Total
Price is AU$34.40

Hotel Pick-up (one-way)

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

Pick-up begins 1 hour before.: Max. 34 participants. Please wait at the hotel lobby 5 mins before pick-up time. Tour ends at SAMYAN MITRTOWN.

Pickup included

Price details
AU$51.25 x 1 AdultAU$51.25
Total
Price is AU$51.25

Premium SAMYAN MITRTOWN

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

Small Group max. 9 participant: Meet your guide wearing black at SAMYAN MITRTOWN shopping centre, outside KFC, on the pavement along Phaya Thai Road.

Price details
AU$60.80 x 1 AdultAU$60.80
Total
Price is AU$60.80
Until Sat, 4 July

Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

incl. Pick-up and Drop-off: Choose this option to go on tour with your own personal Tour Guide and a private air-conditioned van.
Pickup included

Price details
AU$317.05 x 1 AdultAU$317.05
Total
Price is AU$317.05

Premium with Hotel Pick-up

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

Pick-up begins 1 hour before: Choose this option for a small group tour with 9 participants. Tour ends at SAMYAN MITRTOWN shopping centre.
Pickup included

Price details
AU$72.97 x 1 AdultAU$72.97
Total
Price is AU$72.97
Until Sat, 4 July

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Train ticket
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Audio Guide streamed in your selected language (please bring your own mobile device and headphones)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Accident Insurance
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fully licensed English speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Boat ride
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Mobile device for digital audio guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Headphones for audio guide (optional Bluetooth headphones)

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Recommended for all ages
  • Recommended for all fitness level

Activity itinerary

Bangkok

  • 1h 30m
We will leave Bangkok and travel to the train station, which takes approximately 1.5 hours.

Ban Laem railway station

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
We will take a scenic, non-air-conditioned local train ride through the Thai countryside, with everything passing right next to the train. The ride to the train market takes approximately 1 hour.

Maeklong Railway Market (Talad Rom Hub)

  • 1h
At the Maeklong Railway Market, witness the heart-pounding spectacle of a train weaving its way through the bustling stalls. The lively atmosphere, colourful vendors, and unique charm of the market make it a feast for the senses. Take time to explore, shop for local treasures, and capture unforgettable photos. Please keep in mind that the market nowadays is quite touristy and the drive to come here from Bangkok is almost 2 hours.

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

  • 1h 45m
Continue your journey to the pier, where a traditional long-tail boat awaits. Glide along tranquil canals lined with water villages, offering a glimpse into local life. Your destination is the world-famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, a vibrant hub of activity where boats laden with fresh produce, snacks, and crafts float by in a dazzling array of colours. Stroll through the market or enjoy a leisurely boat ride as you savour delicious Thai delicacies and soak in the unique ambiance of this iconic destination. Please keep in mind that the market nowadays is quite touristy and the drive back to Bangkok is approximately 2 hours.

Bangkok

  • 2h
We will return to Bangkok, which takes approximately 2 hours depending on traffic. The tour ends at MBK Centre.

Location

Activity location

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    Bangkok
    • Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    KFC Samyan Mitrtown
    • 944 Thanon Rama IV
    • 10330, Khwaeng Wang Mai, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand

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